Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – After a prolonged stretch of winter cold, Pennsylvania is expected to see a modest temperature moderation during the first full week of February, offering a small but noticeable shift as the calendar moves deeper into the month.
According to the National Weather Service and NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, temperatures from Tuesday through the following Monday are still favored to run below normal statewide. However, daytime highs are expected to trend several degrees warmer than late January. In southeastern Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs, highs may reach the upper 20s to low 30s at times, with overnight lows generally falling into the teens.
Colder conditions will persist across central and northern Pennsylvania, particularly in the Alleghenies and northern tier counties, where single-digit mornings remain possible. Even so, the broader pattern does not signal a prolonged Arctic outbreak, suggesting a pause from the harshest cold spells seen earlier this winter.
Snow chances appear limited during this stretch, reducing the likelihood of widespread accumulation. Travel conditions along major corridors such as I-76, I-80, and I-81 should remain manageable, though refreezing overnight could create slick spots during early morning and late evening hours.
Residents are encouraged to continue winter precautions, including monitoring road conditions and protecting pipes during colder nights. While this warm-up is subtle, it marks a gradual easing of winter’s grip, with additional advisories possible as February progresses.
